Upanyas Samagra 10

📖 Author: Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay
📚 Genre: Rachanabali - Rachanasangraha - Rachanasamagra (Collected Works)
📖 Format: Hardcover
📑 Pages: 772
 ⚖ Weight: 1177 grams
📌 ISBN: 9789388870337

Book Summary:

Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay is one of the most celebrated authors in Bengali literature, known for his profound storytelling and philosophical depth. His writing is free from pretense, much like a river that flows naturally and effortlessly. A critic once described his style as a blend of childhood nostalgia, existential dilemmas, and detached yet affectionate observation of life. His faith in humanity and his spiritual outlook form the core of his literary world.

Even amid uncertainty and chaos, Shirshendu portrays the relentless human pursuit of kindness and meaning. His characters reflect an innate longing for love and an unshakable belief in redemption. In his own words:

"I have tried to express this deep longing in my writings in many ways. Yet, I often feel I haven't been able to convey the love inside me to the world, to Kolkata, to this country. Can everything truly be expressed in words?"

This tenth volume of his collected novels includes five remarkable works:

🔹 Novels Included in Volume 10:

1. Guhamanab – A philosophical exploration of the human psyche and its primitive instincts.
2. Kalo Beral Sada Beral – A mysterious and intriguing narrative exploring contrasts in human nature.
3. Dwicharini – A novel depicting the duality of human emotions and ethical conflicts.
4. Jhapi – A deep, symbolic story filled with subtle social and personal insights.
5. Chakra (Parts 1-35) – A multi-layered novel weaving together different timelines and existential dilemmas.

🔹 Other Volumes in the Series:

Volume 1

• Ghunpoka, Parapar, Ujan, Rongin Sanko, Fera, Bristir Ghran
• Basstop e Keu Nei, Din Jay

Volume 2

• Nayanshyama, Ferighat, Ashchorjo Bhraman, Jao Pakhi, Jibonpatra, Syaola

Volume 3

• Rokter Bish, Kagojer Bou, Shunyer Udyan, Lal Neel Manush
• Fazal Ali Aschhe, Khoy, Neelu Hazarar Hotta Rohosso, Phulchor

Volume 4

• Akranta, Jal, Durbin, Adam-Eve O Andhokar

Volume 5

• Santaru O Jolkonna, Madhab O Tar Pariparshwik, Kancher Manush
• Bikeler Mrityu, Manobjomin

Volume 6

• Golaper Kanta, Nana Ranger Alo, Chokh, Drishyaboli, Tanaporen
• Hariye Jawa, Churi, Keet, Warish, Gati, Poyomonto

Volume 7

• Hridaybritanto, Tithi, Kapurush, Chena-Ochena, Jor-Bijor, Parthib

Volume 8

• Harano Moni, Podokhep, Marich, Goynar Baksho, Pipul
• Gharjamai, Hatbar, Parthib (Final Part)

Volume 9

• Ditiyo Sattar Sandhane, Sompotti, Rin, Osukher Pore
• Nicher Lok Uporer Lok, Aloyd Chayai, Shiri Bhenge Bhenge

About the Author:

📅 Born: November 2, 1935 (Bikrampur, Dhaka, Bangladesh)
👨‍👩‍👧 Early Life:

• Grew up in multiple places due to his father's railway job.
• Lived in Kolkata, Bihar, North Bengal, East Bengal, and Assam.
• Studied at Missionary School, Victoria College, and later pursued B.A. in Kolkata.
• Completed post-graduate studies at Calcutta University.

🖋 Literary & Professional Career:

• Began as a schoolteacher before transitioning into journalism.
• Currently associated with Ananda Bazar Patrika.
• First short story published in Desh magazine.
• Debut Novel: Ghunpoka (A landmark in Bengali literature).
• First Children's Novel: Monojder Odbhut Bari (A timeless classic).

🏆 Awards & Honors:

• Ananda Puraskar
• Vidyasagar Award (1985) for Children's Literature
• Sahitya Akademi Award (1989) for Manobjomin

📢 This volume is a must-have for Bengali literature lovers! Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay’s novels offer a unique blend of philosophy, nostalgia, and human emotion, making them timeless treasures.